2007 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
