1997 Honda Today vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Today | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
