2005 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont 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 8 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Fit | Belmont |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |