1946 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 16 | A3 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |