1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 256 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Fit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
