1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |