2003 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. 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, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
