2009 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Fit | Hit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |