2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |