1999 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 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 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
