2006 Audi A3 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Publica. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
