2006 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
