2001 Honda Fit vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
