1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | S-10 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |