1993 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
