2001 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
