1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 239 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |