1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 23 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, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Carol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
