1971 Honda Life vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life 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 171 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Life | A3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
