1992 Holden Apollo vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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 Holden Apollo (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Apollo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
