1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
