2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa

To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 212 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Fiesta 1998 Mazda Laputa
Make Ford Mazda
Model Fiesta Laputa
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1022 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 30 L


 

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