2005 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
