2001 Honda Fit vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 345 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fit | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
