1980 Audi 80 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
