1980 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
