- The Audi Quattro is a road and rally vehicle manufactured by the German automaker Audi.
- It’s hard to believe that Audi introduced the Quattro to the world 40 years ago.
- The vehicle not only improved Audi’s reputation as a premium brand but also fundamentally altered the World Rally Championship landscape.
- Clcompany is delighted to feature the facts about the Classic 1980’s Audi Quattro. Background Audi originally unveiled the Quattro coupe in 1980, as a road-going homologation of the rally car.
- In 1983, the Quattro was made available in North America.
The Audi Quattro is a road and rally vehicle manufactured by the German automaker Audi. It’s hard to believe that Audi introduced the Quattro to the world 40 years ago. The vehicle not only improved Audi’s reputation as a premium brand but also fundamentally altered the World Rally Championship landscape. Clcompany is delighted to feature the facts about the Classic 1980’s Audi Quattro.
Background
Audi originally unveiled the Quattro coupe in 1980, as a road-going homologation of the rally car. In 1983, the Quattro was made available in North America. Audi intended to only construct 400 units for competitive racing. However, as a result of the high demand the Quattro went into full production to become one of the most iconic production automobiles ever. In fact, the word “Quattro” perfectly captures the glamor and thrill of 1980s motorsport.
The first rally car to benefit from the rules that had only recently changed to permit the use of four-wheel drive in competitive racing was the Audi Quattro. It won contests back-to-back for the following two years. The quattro was partially hand-built on a dedicated line, production totalled 11,452 units from 1980 to 1991
Years in production– 1980 to 1991
The Design
The Audi Quattro’s angular styling is indeed appealing and functional. Additionally, the car’s slightly projecting wheel arches gave it an aggressive stance that set the Quattro apart from other models. Yet up until 1991, the Quattro underwent continuous updates that improved the quality of the interior trim while making only minor outward alterations to the headlamps.
The Quattro had a roomy interior and was generally well-built. The switchgear was also easy to use and transparent. Later vehicles came equipped with anti-lock brakes, a stunning digital instrument display, and firmer suspension. The Audi Quattro also had independent front and rear suspension.
Top Specifications of 1983 Audi Quattro
Displacement – 2226 cm3
Power – 197 HP @ 5500 rpm
Torque – 285 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Transmission – 5-speed manual
Top speed – 220 Km/h
Kerb weight– 1300 Kg
Wheelbase– 99.37 inches
Interesting facts
- With a total of seven victories, the Quattro took home the majority of the victories in 1982, bringing home the manufacturers championship in the World Rally Championship.
- The incredible turbocharged inline five-cylinder engine of the Quattro produced the most expressive noise, which was exclusive to the vehicle. Whistles, pops, and bangs added to the theatrical and enthralled the frantic onlookers.
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