2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 412 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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 (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
