1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Audi 4000
To start off, both 1983 Ford Fiesta and 1983 Audi 4000 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1983 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1983 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 4000 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, 1983 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm). This means 1983 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 1983 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
