1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |