1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Retona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
