2012 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Fit | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Fit | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 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 | 135 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 | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1524 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2640 mm |
