1977 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 34 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka.
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 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
