1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Ambassador | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2300 mm |
