Audi 100 C2, Typ 43 2.1 L (136 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 Overview:
Audi 100 (C2, Typ 43). With 181 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 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 190 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 (85 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.4 sec).
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.6 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 (C3, Typ 44, 44Q): April, 1985 - December, 1987).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | 100 |
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| Generation: | C2, Typ 43 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.1 L (136 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | August, 1976 |
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| End of production: | 1979 |
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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: | 2-4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 63.4 Hp/l [113mm less] |
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| Torque: | 181 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | WC More details about the engine WC |
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| Engine displacement: | 2144 |
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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: | 4.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 8 l |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 154.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 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: | 4680 mm mm [113mm less] |
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| Width: | 1768 mm mm [46mm less] |
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| Height: | 1390 mm mm [32mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2677 mm mm [10mm less] |
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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 | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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