1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
