1975 Audi 80 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | 80 | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
