2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | 80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
