2003 Honda Fit vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo

To start off, both 2003 Honda Fit and 2003 MCC ForTwo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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 (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Fit 2003 MCC ForTwo
Make Honda MCC
Model Fit ForTwo
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1496 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 730 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 1810 mm


 

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