1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 340 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 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
