2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
