1983 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
