1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 570 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Festiva | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |