2009 Honda Fit vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 159 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Fit | 912 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
