1996 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Lada 111. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Lada 111. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A3 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
