1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 24 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, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
