1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
