1971 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
