1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
