1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | 1500 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2808 mm |
