1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
