1996 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 16 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
