1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1979 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Alpine V6 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 1991 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1979 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |
