2001 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
