1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Festiva | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |