2000 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 458 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Alero | Fox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
