1997 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1416 mm |
