1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |