1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford GT 40 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 1972 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, 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, 1990 Ford Festiva (100 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2300 mm |
