1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 365 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
