1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 747 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
