1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 319 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
