1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Sport 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |