2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 182 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
