1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 22 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 200 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Echo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
