1969 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
