2009 Honda Fit vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 357 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 1980 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Fit | Eclat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |