2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
