2001 Honda Fit vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 180 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 1971 Opel Commodore 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 1971 Opel Commodore. 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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
