1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 24 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 560 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 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
