1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 468 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
