2005 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 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 Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |