Audi 100 C2, Typ 43, facelift 1979 1.9 (100 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)
C2, Typ 43, facelift 1979 Overview:
Audi 100 (C2, Typ 43, facelift 1979). With 146 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.9 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (100 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.9 sec).
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.2 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Avant (C2, Typ 43, facelift 1979): August, 1979 - July, 1982).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | 100 |
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| Generation: | C2, Typ 43, facelift 1979 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 (100 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | August, 1980 |
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| End of production: | July, 1982 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 52.1 Hp/l [93mm more] |
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| Torque: | 146 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | WH More details about the engine WH |
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| Engine displacement: | 1921 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
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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: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
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| Max. weight: | 1630 |
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| Max load: | 460 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 642 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4683 mm mm [93mm more] |
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| Width: | 1768 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1390 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2677 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1470 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1445 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 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 | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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If you could change one thing about the Audi 100, what would it be?