1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
