2006 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Austin A 40
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1953 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
