1990 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva

To start off, both 1990 Audi 80 and 1990 Ford Festiva were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi 80 1990 Ford Festiva
Make Audi Ford
Model 80 Festiva
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2300 mm


 

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