1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 102 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 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 Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | Partner | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
