1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 626 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |