1983 Audi UR vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 1983 Audi UR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi UR weights approximately 157 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi UR | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | UR | 3000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
