1983 Ford GT vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT | Fit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
