2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 92 L |
