1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 23 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 341 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 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
