2006 Audi A3 vs. 1954 Austin Princess
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin Princess 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 1954 Austin Princess. 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1954 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A3 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3360 mm |
