1965 Nissan President vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Audi S3.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | President | S3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
