1958 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A135 | A3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |