1999 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1978 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
