1976 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
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 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
