2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Today |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
