1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Opti | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
