2004 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Austin A 99
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1961 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
