1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
