1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR3 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Super 90 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
