2006 Audi A3 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A3 | Taft |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |