1975 Audi 50 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1330 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 50 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
