1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 481 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Fellow | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |