1980 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |