1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 15 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 159 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |