1982 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
