1980 Audi 80 vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
