1970 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
