1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | 1300 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4163 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
