1970 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |
