1972 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi A 112 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Audi |
| Model | A 112 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
