1975 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 33 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. Both 1975 Audi 80 and 2008 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 268 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 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
