1996 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A6 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |