2003 Honda Fit vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Fit | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |