2007 Audi A3 vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
