Honda recalls 700,000 Fit worldwide for engine problem.
“Springs can bend, break, or wear prematurely… causing engine to stall…” You know, it’s been known that Honda engines produced after 1999 are not the same as ones we old schoolers are used to. Vintage D-Series and B-Series engines run up to 300,000+ miles day in and day out. No biggie. I seriously doubt that modern Honda engines are capable of such longevity.

Edmund’s Inside Line’s article comparing the Honda CR-Z to 1987 CRX Si…
2011 CR-Z vs. 1987 CRX Si

Of course, there was no comparison. The 1987 CRX crushed the CR-Z in every way. Not only these 2 cars have different purpose, the focus of Honda as a car maker has changed drastically over the past 10 years. It’s unlikely that Honda will be able (nor willing) to produce another car with the original CRX’s spirit.

Although chances of U.S. market getting one of these are pretty slim, here is the Japanese Mugen CR-Z.

The production version of the Honda CR-Z took the stage at the Detroit Auto Show. Many had high hopes for what claims to be the ‘spiritual successor’ to the original CRX. I had high hopes because I was ready to buy one as soon as it becomes available for sale. But after reviewing the specs, I wasn’t too thrilled. Not much power yet not great on gas either (our CRXs get more mpg). I’m sure the thing will be much, much heavier than our cars. Thus, I know it needs more power than 122hp and 128 lb-ft of torque. It looks nice but the rest of the car doesn’t break any new grounds. They say it will be sold as Base or EX. I’m sure we’ll see the Si version in year or two. I really hope the Si version is worth the wait.

Read more about the CR-Z here .