2006 Audi S3 vs. 1955 Austin A 30
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 1955 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S3 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
