2001 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 294 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
