1980 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
