2004 Honda Fit vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2000 Opel Speedster 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 2000 Opel Speedster. 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
