1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Tatra T700
To start off, 1999 Tatra T700 is newer by 23 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Tatra T700 (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Fiesta | T700 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |
