1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 12 M | A3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
