1975 Audi 50 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 50 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1755 mm |
