2004 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
