1975 Audi 50 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 50 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
