2006 Audi A3 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A3 | Sports |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |