1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1982 Nissan Leopard 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 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1982 Nissan Leopard (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
