1975 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 102 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.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
