1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 63 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
