2006 Audi A3 vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 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 95 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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 1968 Renault 10. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
