1971 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 149 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
