1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 410 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 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
