1983 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
