1973 Audi Asso vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Because 1973 Audi Asso is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Audi Asso. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Asso | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
