1975 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, both 1975 Audi 80 and 1975 Triumph TR7 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1975 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 80 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
