1972 Triumph 2000 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 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 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph 2000 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | 2000 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |
