The balance of power

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The balance of power

In the Ford Fiesta is there much difference between the 1.25 60 and 1.25 80?

Asked on 5 February 2012 by Lynn

Answered by Honest John

20PS. That is quite a lot. The 60 has 25% less power and it's probably not enough.

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