2003 Mini One vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | One | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
