1998 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2010 Audi A1 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |