1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Festiva | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |