1978 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.

Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Granada 2010 Honda Fit
Make Ford Honda
Model Granada Fit
Year Released 1978 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4092 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1129 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


 

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