1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1091 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fiesta | Rexton |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |