2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
