1999 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
