1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1978 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
