1975 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 632 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 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
