1981 Audi UR vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | UR | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
