2009 Audi A3 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
