1975 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
