2004 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (330 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 26 L |
