1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 32 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 961 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Fiesta | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
