1971 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 40 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2469 mm |
