1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 160 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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
