1996 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
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1996 Audi A3 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |