1996 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
