1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 372 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
