1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Luce | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
