1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva 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 19 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 166 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Festiva | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
