1968 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
