1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1982 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 356 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
