1994 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1971 Austin 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
