1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 217 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2489 mm |
