2002 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
