1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 524 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |