1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 71 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang 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 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Fit |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |