1995 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 725 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Retona | Fit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
