2009 Honda Fit vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 676 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |