1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 632 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Caterham 21 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 21 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
