1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |
