1992 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Austin 1800
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800.
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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1975 Austin 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
