1979 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Rover 25.
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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 100 | 25 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |