1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 732 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
