2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2003 Ford Fiesta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP) has 383 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 959 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
