2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 82 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
