2001 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 390 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
