2002 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Nubira | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
