1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 21 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 605 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
