1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |