1975 Audi 50 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 6 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 315 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, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 50 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
