1980 Audi Sport vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 30 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 186 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport | A |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
