1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 13 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
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 Fiesta (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
