1989 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 21 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 50 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. 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, 1989 Audi 80, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 1968 Austin 3-Litre | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | 80 | 3-Litre |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 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 |