1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Carina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |