1973 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri 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 1973 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Fit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
