2005 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 14 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
