1973 Audi Asso vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | Asso | Caprice |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |