1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 41 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Starlet 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 1978 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Festiva | Starlet |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |