2001 Honda Fit vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 60 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 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Fit | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
