1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | 3-Litre | A3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
