1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Corsair | Fit |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |