2007 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 11 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
