2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord.
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, 1983 Honda Accord (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |