1996 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Elise | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |