1975 Audi 50 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 50 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
