1983 Audi 80 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
