1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 368 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Fit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
