2005 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S4 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
