2009 Audi A3 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |