1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 17 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), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Gol |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |