1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
