2012 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant 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 111 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2520 mm |
