1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 16 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1040 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Ford | Tatra |
| Model | Fiesta | T700 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
