1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 23 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 766 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | i40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
