1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 17 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1982 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Ford Fiesta 1999 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Fiesta Today
Year Released 1982 1999
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 956 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 39 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 715 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1400 mm


 

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