1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 887 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Fit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2499 mm |
