2004 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fit | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
