1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 606 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | i30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1371 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
