1979 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
