1975 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | 80 | 411 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |