2009 Honda Fit vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 446 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Because 1951 Jaguar Type-C 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 1951 Jaguar Type-C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Fit | Type-C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 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 | 1461 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
