2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1240 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
