1972 Audi Variant vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 148 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
