2009 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A3 | Taft |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |