2001 Audi A3 vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
