1975 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
