1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 31 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
