1970 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 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 1970 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
