2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 372 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 904 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
