2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 414 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
