1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Camira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
