2007 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Audi | Zastava |
| Model | A3 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
