2003 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | 80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
