2011 Land Rover Defender vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi Fox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Defender | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Defender | Fox |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
