1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
