1983 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 34 L |
