2001 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Fit | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
