1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 27 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Pregio (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Pregio should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1285 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.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Pregio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |