1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | i10 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
