Audi 100 Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q) 1.8 CAT (90 Hp)
Audi 100:
The Audi 100 and Audi 200 are primarily mid-size/executive cars manufactured and marketed by the Audi division of the Volkswagen Group. The car was made from 1968 to 1997 across four generations , with a two-door model available in the first and second generation , and a five-door model available in the last three generations. They also made an 100 Avant in the 1970s....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q) Overview:
Audi 100 (Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q)). With 138 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (90 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.8 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.4 L/100 km for its class.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 644 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C2, Typ 43: April, 1978 - 1979).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | 100 |
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| Generation: | Avant (C3, Typ 44, 44Q) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 CAT (90 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | April, 1985 |
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| End of production: | December, 1987 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 50.5 Hp/l [113mm more] |
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| Torque: | 138 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | PH More details about the engine PH |
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| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 122.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1130 |
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| Max. weight: | 1680 |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1920 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 644 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4793 mm mm [113mm more] |
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| Width: | 1814 mm mm [46mm more] |
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| Height: | 1422 mm mm [32mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2687 mm mm [10mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1468 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1467 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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