1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Falcon | A3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |