1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Applause | Fox |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
