1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 132 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |