1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Civic |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |