2000 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A2 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A2 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |