2009 Audi A3 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
