2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2300 mm |
