1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1976 Ford Fiesta (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Gol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
