1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 29 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1208 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
