1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fiesta | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
