1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 16 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 194 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | Quattro | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |