2003 Honda Fit vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |