1978 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1978 Audi 100 and 2006 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
