2004 Honda Fit vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |