1976 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1976 Audi 100 and 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
