1980 Audi Sport vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 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 | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
