1996 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 109 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
