1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Festiva | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |