1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Laurel | Fit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
