1973 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
Model | Victor | A3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |