2012 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2340 mm |
