1975 Audi 50 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 615 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 50 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
