1968 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Audi A3
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1996 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
