1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 128 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 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Levante | Fit |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2499 mm |
