1981 Toyota Century vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Century. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Century | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Century | A3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
