2009 Honda Fit vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 201 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |