2005 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
