1975 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 507 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Torino | Fit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
