2001 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 340 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |