1998 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
