1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 30 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 715 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 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Juke |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
