1969 Skoda 110 L vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Skoda 110 L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 110 L | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | 110 L | A3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
