1999 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 510 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
