1975 Audi 50 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 30 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1437 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 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 2005 Nissan Pickup 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. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 50 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
