1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 188 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
