1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 428 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Fit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2499 mm |
