1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
