1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 66 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 332 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Note |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
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 | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |