1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1983 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Model F |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2240 mm |
