1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 795 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 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | 123 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
