1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Vitz |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |