1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 47 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
