2004 Honda Fit vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Fit | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
