1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 285 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Cervo 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 1981 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
