2008 Honda Fit vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Leopard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Fit | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
