1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP) has 1924 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1035 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Sharan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 1973 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2919 mm |