2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
