1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1233 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Pilot |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |