1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1998 Mazda Midge is newer by 14 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Midge weights approximately 166 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 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Midge |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
