1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 113 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Vectra | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |