1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2003 Audi S3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 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, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2003 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | S3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
