1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 368 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
