1978 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2300 mm |
