1993 Toyota Starlet vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Starlet | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Starlet | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
