1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1978 Ford Fiesta and 1978 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 430 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.
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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Skyline |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |