1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
