1980 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escort | A1 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |