2009 Audi A5 vs. 1975 Audi 50
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1975 Audi 50 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A5 | 50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
