2003 Honda Fit vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | 18 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
