2001 Honda Fit vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 115 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 1985 Nissan Leopard 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 1985 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Fit | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
