1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 389 kg more than 1991 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Ford | Austin |
| Model | Festiva | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
