1993 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
