1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 152 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Fit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2499 mm |
