2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 1984 Lotus Etna. 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fiesta | Etna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
