1996 Fiat Tempra 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 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Tempra (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tempra | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |