2007 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Publica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |