1970 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 100 | Polo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |