2009 Honda Fit vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 176 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore 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 1976 Opel Commodore. 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
