1996 Audi A3 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |