2005 Audi A3 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
