1995 Renault Spider vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 167 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Spider 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Spider | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
