1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Renault 20 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Renault 20.
Because 1976 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Renault 20 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 20 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |