2008 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
