2004 Audi A2 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
