2001 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 425 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
