2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Pony |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
