1984 Audi 90 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 90 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
