1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 578 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1975 Audi Fox | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | 3-Litre | Fox |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |