2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
