1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | 3000 Mk III | A3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 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 | 146 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |