2009 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1989 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Fit | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
