2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 377 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fusion | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |