2001 Audi A2 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A2 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |