1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |