2003 Honda Fit vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
