1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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 1962 Austin A 99. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 99 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1530 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
