1954 Buick 40 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | 40 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2300 mm |