1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 705 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 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 993 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |