2005 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra.
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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Tigra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |