1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Fit |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2499 mm |