2009 Honda Fit vs. 1992 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 331 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 1992 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1992 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Fit | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
