2008 Audi A3 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
