1980 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | 80 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |