1973 Audi Asso vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 40 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Asso | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3505 mm |
