1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1984 Ford Fiesta and 1984 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 355 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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Civic |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |