1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
