1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 156 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
