1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 24 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 384 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2499 mm |
