1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Fit |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |