2008 Honda Fit vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
