1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Fiesta | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
