1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 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 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
