1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 Honda Fit

To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1251 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2011 Honda Fit
Make Rolls-Royce Honda
Model Silver Spirit Fit
Year Released 1992 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 3900 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2380 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2499 mm


 

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