1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 66 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Fiesta | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
