1996 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
