1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
