1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 870 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fiesta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
