1973 Audi Asso vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Asso | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3510 mm |
