2012 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 117 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
