1989 Honda Integra vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 159 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
