1977 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |