2004 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2160 mm |
