1968 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi 100 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
