2006 Audi A3 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1602 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |