2005 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra.
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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
