2007 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A3 | Serie II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |