2009 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
