2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 62 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1146 kg |
