1975 Audi 50 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Porsche 924 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 495 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 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 50 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
