2012 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 132 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A3 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2510 mm |