2008 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
