2007 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1996 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Applause |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
