1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 19 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 770 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 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2003 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. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
