1998 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce 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 30 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
