2003 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
