1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Meteor | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |
