1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1416 mm |
