1978 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 100 | 356 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |