1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
