2007 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 1970 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
