1999 Audi A2 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A2 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
