1996 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 26 L |
