1995 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Astra | Fit |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |