1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 17 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
