1999 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
