1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 26 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
