2001 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 275 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 1987 Maserati 228 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 1987 Maserati 228. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Fit | 228 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
