1971 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 565 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
