1970 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 26 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
