2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2003 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana.
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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Santana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
