1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Fit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
