2001 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Fit | 440 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |