1980 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (49 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 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, 1980 Ford Escort (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
