1980 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
