1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 543 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 1969 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2489 mm |
