2003 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (237 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 740 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT 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, 2003 Audi TT (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |
