1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 14 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 144 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Festiva | Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
