1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
