2005 Honda Fit vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |