1977 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2300 mm |
