1979 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (139 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | A3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
