2009 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 154 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Parati |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |