2001 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
Because 2011 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Fit | iOn |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
