1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Festiva | Accent |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |