1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 20 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Festiva | ix35 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |