1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Mustang | A3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 254 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |