1990 Audi 80 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | 80 | 356 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |