1991 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 137 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota Carina | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Carina | Fit |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |