1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Familia | A3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
