2009 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
