1965 Nissan President vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 47 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 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
Because 1965 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | President | A3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
