2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
