1996 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |
