2001 Honda Fit vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Fit | Marcia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |