1993 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Escort | A1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
