1971 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Cortina 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 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Cortina | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | Fit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 1040 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
