1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 2007 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model Sport Civic
Year Released 1980 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.3 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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