2003 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
