2009 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
