1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | A4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2809 mm |
