1980 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 348 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
