2006 Audi A3 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter 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 149 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
