2006 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
