1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 368 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
