1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 26 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota iQ weights approximately 95 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | iQ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2000 mm |
