2003 Audi A3 vs. 1949 Austin A 90
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1949 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
