1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
