2008 Honda Fit vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 1992 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fit | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 59 L |
