1980 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
