1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 795 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
