2007 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1391 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
