2006 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul 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 91 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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 1956 Ford Consul. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 128 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
