1997 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
