1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 14 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1991 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 928 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
