1996 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Honda Fit

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.

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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A4 2009 Honda Fit
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Fit
Year Released 1996 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 40 L


 

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