1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 14 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |
