1996 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Carina | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2499 mm |