1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 347 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Escort. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Fit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
