1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang 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 1982 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |