1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Cresta | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1344 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |