2003 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 236 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.
Because 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Fit | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
