1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 28 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 870 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fiesta | 75 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |