1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 Plymouth Valiant. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Plymouth | Audi |
Model | Valiant | A3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |