1970 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina 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 82 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Carina | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | A3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
