1951 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. 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 1951 Ford Consul. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Consul | A3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |