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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 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 780 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 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 | 1982 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |