1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
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1983 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Fiesta | A3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |