1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
