1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 24 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 615 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.
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 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Prius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
