1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 641 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Fiesta | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
