1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 27 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 700 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 2005 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 996 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |