1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 835 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
