1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 177 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |