1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 119 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
