1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
