1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 815 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |