2006 Audi A3 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
