1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 670 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
