1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 425 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fiesta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
