1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S 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 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 110 S | A3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
