1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
