1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |