1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
