1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2003 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | A3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
