1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 99 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
