1998 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 21 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
