1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Renault 14
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 14 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 14 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
