1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | NP300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |