2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
