1956 Chrysler C vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | C | A3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2578 mm |
