1986 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 18 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 9 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |