2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 233 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | Fox |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
