1981 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 914 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |