2001 Honda Fit vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Fit | Nova |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |