1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | A 110 | A3 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
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 | 120 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1604 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |