1990 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 266 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sera | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
