2003 Honda Fit vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Renault 17.
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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 1974 Renault 17 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | 17 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |