1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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 (136 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |