1999 Proton Tiara vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Audi 80 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Proton Tiara. 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, 1974 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Tiara | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Proton | Audi |
| Model | Tiara | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
