1953 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Oxford | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Oxford | A3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
