1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 21 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 465 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2648 mm |
