1975 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
