1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 719 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
