2001 Audi A3 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A3 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
