1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 542 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
