1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 403 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (133 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm). This means 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
