1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 285 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.

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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Fiesta 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fiesta Corolla
Year Released 1981 2000
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1608 cc 1397 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
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 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 50 L


 

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