2001 Audi A2 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
