2009 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 166 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fit | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
