2006 Audi A3 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
