2000 Audi S3 vs. 1952 Austin A
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1952 Austin A | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S3 | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
