1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
