1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | A 112 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 34 L |
