1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 269 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2489 mm |
