2006 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
