1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 769 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.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2911 mm |
