1975 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen 1302 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | 1302 | A5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | rear |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |