1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 2011 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2011 Audi A1 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | 1300 | A1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |