1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 18 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, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 245 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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | CRX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
