2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. 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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |