2006 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 134 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
