2006 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
