1996 Audi A3 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
