1981 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
