1970 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 31 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 185 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
