1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
