1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 420 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
