2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 6 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
