1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 16 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 2,252 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
