1975 Audi 50 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | 50 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
