2001 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 154 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 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Fit | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |