1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 930 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
