1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru DL weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru DL. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | DL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
