1973 Audi Asso vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Asso | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2799 mm |
