2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. 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 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | 3 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
