2008 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec Sirius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec Sirius would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1076 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit.
Because 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 2001 Lotec Sirius. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Honda | Lotec |
| Model | Fit | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
