2001 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
