1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1988 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Carlton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |