2003 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107.
Because 1989 Lada 2107 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 1989 Lada 2107. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Fit | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
