1976 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 25 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. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
