2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 970 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1324 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2300 mm |
