1970 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 216 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.
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 Scirocco, 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 Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1404 mm |
