1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 413 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
