2012 Audi A1 1.2 vs. 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi
To start off, both 2012 Audi A1 1.2 and 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1 1.2. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1 1.2.
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, 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1 1.2. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1 1.2.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A1 1.2 | 2012 Audi A1 2.0 TDi | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A1 | A1 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |