1975 Audi 50 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 34 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 700 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 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | 50 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
