1975 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 356 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |