1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 32 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | Sport | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |