2001 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
