1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 7 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fiesta | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
