1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 391 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |