1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Coronet | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
