1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Fit |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |