1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
