1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Accent |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
