2001 Honda Fit vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fit | 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |