1985 Audi 90 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 90 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
