1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |