2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 352 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
