1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Berline | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
