1980 Audi Sport vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sport | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
