1992 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Honda Fit

To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Accord 2013 Honda Fit
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Fit
Year Released 1992 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1525 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2500 mm


 

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